Aviom A-16 - Manual (Page 38)

Aviom A-16 Personal Monitor Mixing System
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Connecting Audio
The are many ways to get audio into the A-16 for processing. Depending on your
application—studio, stage, etc.—the types of signals and equipment available will
vary. This section will give examples of some typical setups that you can modify to
suit your individual needs.
Connections on the A-16T Rear Panel
There are two rows of connectors on the rear of the A-16T Transmitter. They are
marked In and Thru, but are much more flexible than the simple labels may lead
you to believe.
The connections on the A-16T can accept balanced or unbalanced 1⁄4-inch cables.
The system can accept a wide variety of signal levels.
The audio design of the A-16T allows you to add the system at virtually any point in
your audio system. It can accept audio coming from:
• Mixing board direct outputs
• Mixing board insert sends only
• Mixing board insert send and return loops
• Line output from mic preamps
• Line outputs from keyboards and other music devices
• CD players
• Tape decks
• Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)
• Effects processors
• Video decks, cameras, etc.
Signals sent into the A-16T Transmitter can be at any level, from semi-professional
and home recording gear, studio devices, and broadcast equipment.
Connecting a Mixer
As mentioned above, almost any line level audio output can be used with the A-16T.
Depending on the topology of your particular mixer, some or all of the following
signal types could be available.
Direct Output
A direct output is typically found at the channel level. That is, each channel on the
mixer has its own direct output jack. This type of output sends an exact copy of the
audio signal present in each channel out of the mixer without interrupting the signal
being sent to the main part of the mixer. This layout is ideal for use with the A-16.